Fishing in Alaska

Fishing is an experience you will enjoy if you like being outdoors. If you are visiting Alaska, you have over three million lakes, twelve thousand rivers, and thousands more streams filled with fish to choose from when you are trying to find a place to fish. With endless options, check out the Alaskan waters Ketchikan, AK has waiting for you. Alaskan fishing season is June through September.

Freshwater Fishing

Freshwater fishing is done in rivers, lakes, ponds, and other freshwater bodies of water. There is a large variety of fish species you can find in fresh water. Some of the most popular freshwater species in Alaska include: Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Artic Char, Dolly Varden, Northern Pike, and Sheefish.

Saltwater Fishing

Many people love to go saltwater fishing because they can take a chartered fishing trip way out into the ocean. Not only do they get to fish, they also get to relax and get away. Being out in the middle of the ocean is very relaxing and soothing. The most popular saltwater species people fish for in Alaska include: Salmon, Halibut, Cod, and Rockfish.

Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is a popular way to fish. You can fly fish in either saltwater or freshwater. It’s different from traditional spin or bait fishing because the fisher uses artificial flies that are cast with a fly rod and a fly line.

Ice Fishing

Ice fishing is when you fish through openings in the ice on a frozen body of water. In Alaska, the best time to ice fish starts around late November or early December and lasts through March. Each year is different, but the ice must be a certain thickness before a trip can be made. If you plan a guided ice fishing trip and the conditions become unsafe, your trip will likely be cancelled.